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saoutchik 09-12-2015 10:22 PM

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Morning everyone

I was asleep by 10pm last night

Della, I hope what ever is bothering you passes soon . You have no reason to lose your self esteem.


It is getting light much later now, my morning run was in half light

trachemys 09-12-2015 11:16 PM

Ain't it nice, Up? 60*F right now. Just closed the windows as it was getting too cool.

Melina 09-13-2015 12:48 AM

Hugs, Della!

I feel discouraged when I get thoughts of drinking, too. Like if I'm doing all this work to recover, how can it be so easy for an idea like getting wasted to creep in? But I just don't drink and I get really really really great feelings about that when it sinks in a couple days later.

There's been a couple of instances where I was scheming and scheming how to drink without getting caught or having consequences... When the mental storm passes I am so relieved. But it's always scary. And pisses me off that I can work so hard but be so close to ruining everything.

My new thing when I am in the middle of that kind of moment is I think,
'.......and then it passed. And then it passed. And then it passed.' I do that to kind of keep my mind aware that cravings do pass and I will be fine.

There was a bottle of Jameson in the work office tonight. Jameson was my kryptonite. All I thought of when I saw it was how bad it used to tear up my stomach and how now I couldn't bear to have to carry around a Jamo hangover and the agony of pretending I was fine all day. What a waste of time. And so physically and mentally painful. Not going there. Nope.

Last time I was hungover at work I threw up all day and lost my glasses. No one cared bc it's pretty common for people in my industry to be hungover. My boss told me I needed to drink more bc the quitting drinking was messing with my tolerance. Le sigh.

Night night guys, see you in the morning!

endlesspatience 09-13-2015 01:02 AM

Morning guys. A promising start to the day. The first words I heard were "I love you" from my wife. Great to know I heard them properly and wasn't affected by a hangover today. They mean so much more first thing on Monday morning than they would after six pints of beer on a Saturday night.

petals 09-13-2015 01:21 AM

Off with mini petals's to do a charity walk to raise money and awareness for altzhimers, and dementia.
Xx

Weasel1966 09-13-2015 01:58 AM

Good morning folks!!!

Had a rough day so I just sat on my hands yesterday. I did do the morning walk into town but my fitbit was not tracking properly so I gave up.

Got back and sat around and went to bed early. Sometimes sleep is the best solution for what ails you. But of course that also means I am up early. :)

Rainy here so I am going to make the corned beef and cabbage today. Watch movies!

Hope everyone is well. Time to catch up with you all.

K

letitgo 09-13-2015 02:47 AM

Good mornimg. Been trying to stayed caught up. I love the pictures you are posting. Thats pretty cool.
I went and saw touchdown Jesus at notre dame. Didn't get any pics though. Watch them pull one out at a sports bar. It was so exciting. No drinks for me just commradery with the crowd and dinner.
Then i hit up an AA meeting. Very nice and caring people.heading home soon. Been away for a 2 weeks..time for R an R.
Have a good one

Meraviglioso 09-13-2015 03:28 AM

Morning all, or good afternoon, it is almost 12:30 here. Did anyone watch the US Open finals last night?? I was so hoping for Roberta Vinci to win, but she is a great sport. it was an exciting match to watch and I was happy also for Flavia. It was pretty wild here in Italy last night, at least what I gathered from the internet, I was at home. The first time in history that there was an Italian in the finals of the US Open and this time TWO Italians!
I made a delicious pork roast for dinner last night, with roasted potatoes, carrots and asparagus. My kids ate everything!
This morning I was up early while everyone slept in. I made a big breakfast with blueberry pancakes, bacon, eggs and toast.
It is raining here today as well so a lazy day it is. My children's father came to get them to spend the day with them, he'll bring them back this evening. I think I'll take advantage of the quiet and rain with a nice, long nap!

Weasel1966 09-13-2015 03:29 AM

Lazy Sunday morning. Laying in bed with a kitty cat head butting my arm to pet him. Watching tv softly. The tat tat tat of the rain on the leaves.

The only thing I need now is bacon.

Meraviglioso 09-13-2015 03:31 AM


Originally Posted by Weasel1966 (Post 5555196)
The only thing I need now is bacon.

You should have come to my house! Too late though, it's all gone now :D

Mark1014 09-13-2015 03:40 AM

Dang, all this talk of sleepy rain is making it hard to get ramped up for gym time! This cup of strong black instant folgers coffee should help though. Not fancy, but functional. Kinda like me.

Waking to temps in the low fifties and around here that's fantastic! I have Cornish hens in brine and will put those little fellas on the smoker this afternoon.

Wishing all the best day!

saoutchik 09-13-2015 03:48 AM

I listened to the final on the radio Meraviglioso
Apparently that was her last match, what a way to retire

Someone has just tried to sell me one of those smart watch thingys (presumably stolen). I don't even want a legit one so no chance

Mark1014 09-13-2015 03:49 AM


Originally Posted by Melina (Post 5555144)
I feel discouraged when I get thoughts of drinking, too. Like if I'm doing all this work to recover, how can it be so easy for an idea like getting wasted to creep in? But I just don't drink and I get really really really great feelings about that when it sinks in a couple days later.

There's been a couple of instances where I was scheming and scheming how to drink without getting caught or having consequences... When the mental storm passes I am so relieved. But it's always scary. And pisses me off that I can work so hard but be so close to ruining everything.

My new thing when I am in the middle of that kind of moment is I think,
'.......and then it passed. And then it passed. And then it passed.' I do that to kind of keep my mind aware that cravings do pass and I will be fine.

Great post. ^^^^^^^. This is exactly where I am at the moment. I'm very thankful that I've learned to expect and treasure that (all too brief) feeling of accomplishment and quiet serenity. It makes me stronger the next time I get in a funk.

Secretdrinker 09-13-2015 03:52 AM

Um hi, is this the place to come for people who are just starting out on their recovery path? I'm a little lost I think....

mecanix 09-13-2015 03:55 AM

Morning/ afternoon all ,
have got home after dropping mum back to london .
The sun is shining and i wish i had another week off it has been an intense 2 weeks .

Anyhow time to slow down a bit , pull the horns in , do the simple things that make a difference , do some self care .

Later , m

Mark1014 09-13-2015 03:57 AM

Secretdrinker, It's a great place to be! Glad to see you. You're gonna get encouragement today!

mecanix 09-13-2015 04:00 AM

Hi Secret drinker and welcome .
This thread is about getting through the weekend , this is the newcomers area so you're welcome to post anywhere on any thread :) Or post one of your own :)

The "class of" thread is a good one to post on and say hello , lots of camaraderie and hints .. people in the early days going through similar things .
http://www.soberrecovery.com/forums/...2015-a-25.html

Ruby2 09-13-2015 05:22 AM

Welcome secretdrinker to SR. It's good to have you aboard.

What's good today, everyone?

Our weather is perfect cool fall weather and I think I'm going to now the lawn. The rain has greened it up again. And I can do it all, no hangover.

Mecanix, I hope your week back goes smoothly. Self care today is a good idea.

Petals, I hope your walk goes well. What a great thing to share with little petals.

Della, I hope your day is better today.

BernieE 09-13-2015 05:39 AM

Happy Sunday! Hopping on the bus with the weekend almost over... Been a good one so far. Mr B went to the cabin Friday and I stayed home to take care of a few things and prepare for a business trip. You all know how that night alone would have gone in the past, pick up a little something special, stumble to bed late, etc etc. well I binged on reading this time. Didn't talk to a soul, read an entire crazy Gillian Flynn book, indulged in some Rocky Road ice cream, and as I was getting ready for bed realized picking up a little something special hadn't even crossed my mind.

Yesterday back to Saturday yoga class, walk the dog, pedicure, a little shopping... All of which I would have blown off with a hangover.

MLD51 09-13-2015 06:01 AM

Good sober Sunday morning!

I'm having coffee and a very rare donut. Had to go to the gas station, and there they were, right by the register. Dastardly.
A hike after it warms up a tiny bit, then FOOTBALL! I'm meeting a couple of friends at a local supper club type place that also has a bar to watch the Packers at noon. They will probably drink, I will not. I'm glad I've already done some sober football games last season, so I'm not worried. I'll be following my fantasy team, fingers crossed. Not super happy with my lineup today, but it's only week one.

Beautiful day here - only 46 now, but should hit 70 and crystal clear all day.


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